Translation guide
In Japanese, the concept of 'gang rape' is expressed through specific legal and colloquial terms. The most common and legally recognized term is 集団強姦, though it is a serious and sensitive word. Learners should be aware of the gravity of this term and use it only in appropriate contexts.
To refer to the act of gang rape in a formal, legal, or serious context.
The standard legal and formal term for gang rape. It is a compound of 集団 (group) and 強姦 (rape). This word is used in news reports, legal documents, and serious discussions.
They were arrested on suspicion of gang rape.
A gang rape case is being tried in court.
A more concise term also meaning gang rape, often used in media and legal contexts. It carries the same weight as 集団強姦 but is slightly more literary or technical.
The victim of the gang rape courageously testified.
To refer to gang rape in informal, vulgar, or slang contexts. These terms are highly offensive and should be avoided in polite conversation.
A verb form derived from 輪姦, used in slang or vulgar speech. It is extremely crude and not used in formal settings.
This is a vulgar and offensive term. Do not use it in polite or formal contexts.
Those guys apparently gang-raped a woman.
A slang verb meaning 'to pass around' or 'to share' in a sexual context, implying gang rape. It is extremely vulgar and should be used with extreme caution, if at all.
Highly offensive slang. Avoid using this term unless you fully understand the context and the severe implications.
All terms for 'gang rape' are extremely serious and can be deeply offensive. They should only be used in appropriate contexts such as legal discussions, news reporting, or academic analysis. Using these words casually or as jokes is highly inappropriate and can cause severe distress.
Both 集団強姦 and 輪姦 are formal terms for gang rape. 集団強姦 is more commonly used in legal and news contexts, while 輪姦 is slightly more literary or technical. They are largely interchangeable in formal writing.
酔った女をみんなで回した。
They all took turns raping the drunk woman.